LGBT reading series homo-centric celebrates its first year with the ho-ho-homo-centric reading and reception this Friday December 17th. Toronto musician/author Vivek Shraya will read from & sign his short story collection ‘God Loves Hair.’ Vivek will be joined by writer/performer Corey Saucier (Beautiful Abomination) and author John Boucher (Strange Cargo). The evening will also feature a special acoustic musical performance by Sounds of Asteroth front man Martin Martinez. Curated by Hank Henderson and hosted at Stories Books & Cafe, 1716 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles 90026. Friday Dec. 17th. 7:30-10p.m. Free. More info at www.homo-centric.com